That flying coffin was 39 years old. Questions raised on safety standards after Jharkhand Air Ambulance accident:

News India Live, Digital Desk: The recent air ambulance accident in Jharkhand has sparked a huge debate on the Department of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and safety audits. Investigation has revealed that the plane crashed 39 years old Was. Experts believe that using such old aircraft for sensitive tasks like medical emergencies can be risky.

1. History and technical condition of the aircraft

The plane that was involved in the accident was manufactured in the mid-1980s.

Age of aircraft: About 39 years.

Questions on maintenance: Was the engine and airframe of such an old aircraft suitable to withstand the high pressure of ‘medical evacuation’?

Technical failure: According to initial reports, the plane is said to have suffered an engine failure shortly after takeoff.

2. What do DGCA guidelines say?

India has strict rules regarding the age of aircraft, but in the case of chartered and private aircraft, older aircraft often continue to operate.

Airworthiness Certificate: Airworthiness certificate is necessary to fly any aircraft. The question is, how and on what conditions did the 39 year old aircraft get this clearance?

Security Audit: DGCA is now examining the logbooks and maintenance records of other aircraft of this operator.

3. Situation at the time of the accident

This air ambulance was being used to transport a patient from Ranchi to Delhi (or other big centre).

Crash Landing: After a technical problem, the pilot tried to make an emergency landing, but the plane went out of control.

Rescue Operation: People were rescued from the debris with the help of local administration and villagers. Investigation is going on regarding the condition of the pilot and medical staff in this accident.

4. Expert Opinion: Age or Maintenance?

Aviation experts say that not only the ‘age’ of the aircraft matters, but its ‘maintenance’ is most important.

Metal Fatigue: Metal weakness is a major problem in old aircraft.

Modern Navigation: Older aircraft often lack modern navigation and communication systems that could assist the pilot in an emergency.

Concern about the future: Will the old planes be discontinued?

After this accident, the Jharkhand government and the aviation ministry may consider imposing new restrictions on the commercial use of old aircraft. There is a demand to fix the maximum age limit of aircraft, especially for air ambulance services.